Project build article:
https://ibuildit.ca/projects/simple-load-sensing-automatic-switch/
Previous version:
https://ibuildit.ca/projects/automatic-load-sensing-switch/
Please note that this switch will not work for small tools like a sander. It was made...

Project build article:
https://ibuildit.ca/projects/making-a-steel-stand-for-my-wood-lathe/
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More videos on my...

More details in the build article for this project:
https://ibuildit.ca/projects/building-12-inch-jointer/
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Mo...

More in the project build article:
https://ibuildit.ca/projects/making-push-blocks/
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After sharpening the knife I'm using an improvised jig to set the blades - two pieces of aluminum bar held down by a grind stone.
I made a mark on the top of the bearing that lines up with the edge of the knife so that I can use that to locate the other o...

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Watch the rest of the videos from this build:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLkBNR47uEZ7QkKEuPrgF0i63mNDhVT0re
Video talking about why I stopped working on this jointer:
https://y...

More details in the project build article:
https://ibuildit.ca/projects/making-quick-dirty-table-saw/
Video on taking apart my old table saw:
https://youtu.be/sXT642wc4eI
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Yes. It's just a hook :)
BUT, it's a very good hook and I think everyone deserves a very good hook! And you will take great pleasure in making your own hooks, and achieve a level of satisfaction that only comes from doing something that is truly worthwhil...

The concept is sound, but it's probably not worth it for bits that are in really bad shape.
Keeping the bit and diamond stick submerged in water greatly improves the cutting action, especially when the water is not freezing cold.
Ways you can help suppo...

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I like how this makes use of a previously unused part of my shop, and isn't in the way like my old one was. Main thing is that it moves a lot of air and there is plenty of filter su...

Project build article with more details:
https://ibuildit.ca/projects/making-covered-lumber-rack/
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More videos...

Plans:
https://ibuildit.ca/plans/bench-top-router-table/
Project build article:
https://ibuildit.ca/plans/bench-top-router-table/
Making the top:
https://youtu.be/ObFd5wpkiZM
Building the bench top router table from the plans available on my website. T...

Project build article:
https://ibuildit.ca/projects/new-base-trim-router/
This new base adds versatility with the ability to work with jigs and templates either with the guide bushing inserts, or with the perfectly round base itself. A big improvement ...

Since the wood I cut this stool from was still fairly wet, it was no surprise that it cracked after it dried out. I did take steps to minimize and control the cracking, such as bowling out the underside to make it thinner in the middle, and giving it seve...

More details here:
https://ibuildit.ca/projects/refitting-wooden-computer-case/
Getting this case ready to use for my office / editing computer
I made a video installing the computer hardware into this case:
https://youtu.be/B3ux3Y8Qisc
Ways you can hel...

Here's the build article with more details and a free SketchUp model with all of the dimensions:
https://ibuildit.ca/projects/make-folding-saw-horses/
I've made several of these over the years. These are really great because first of all, they are easy t...

In this one I go back to the drawing board to update the plan and add some key bracing to the jointer structure to keep it from twisting and racking. Doing the plan update made it easier to get started on building the in-feed table, which is more complex ...

I've had this idea for a few years and finally got around to trying it out. I had a hunch that it would work, but didn't know how effectively it would sharpen. I'm glad to report that it works splendidly and will be perfect in the kitchen for quickly honi...

In this one I make the steel top for the outfeed table and fasten that in place with screws only. This allows me to add shims under the steel top if needed to flatten it. I also make the fine adjustment mechanism that will set the height of the table and ...

Yes, I know this fad is pretty much dead, but I thought it would be interesting to make one from this impractical material. The bearing is 1-3/8" diameter sealed one that I took the seals out of and cleaned the grease out. I used this size because it was ...

Adding blocks of hardwood on either side of the bearing blocks to provide extra support for those, and building the outfeed table. I'm still designing these things as I go, so there's some of that in here as I lay out blocks to figure out how high the tab...

Build article:
https://ibuildit.ca/projects/making-knife-handle-epoxy-grout/
This epoxy grout is a great material for a knife handle as far as strength, toughness and durability go. And it can be molded around the blade tang, if used before it sets, elim...

Getting the motor installed with a simple mechanism to adjust the belt tension.
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Installing the 1/4" threaded rod studs that will bolt the bearing blocks in place and a detailed look at the design as it is so far.
The outfeed table will be more or less fixed in place, but can be adjusted if needed. The infeed will move up and down via...

I made this more or less on a whim, thinking it would be a neat thing to do. The cup holds about a cup (250ml) of liquid has a very solid, hefty feel. Use this one at your secret order initiation ceremonies and all ritual sacrifices :)
I could have taken ...

Selecting the motor for the jointer from the two options I have on hand. Both are powerful enough to drive it, but I would have preferred to use the pump motor and keep the big one for my new table saw.
Two plywood side panels make up the main structure ...

The blade is made from plywood that I made myself from spalted maple and black walnut. The handles are staghorn sumac wood that is that interesting green colour. The pins are walnut, so the entire knife is made from wood.
This is a replica and fully funct...

Making the blocks that will hold the bearings on the ends of the cutter head. Steel flat bars top and bottom for support and safety.
These will bolt down to the side panels of the jointer and can be shimmed to level each end of the cutter head.
I made a ...

I believe that with recent changes to the way that YouTube handles new videos, recommendations and notifications, that older channels like mine with an older subscriber base suffer. I'd like to try this to see if it makes a difference.
Another option to...

This is a custom made track that allows me to make accurate crosscuts on wider stock right on my table saw. It drops down out of the way when not in use, and works with the table saw fence to square the cut.
I made a video with more info on this project:...

Making a new key from a rectangular nut for the drive pulley and cleaning the rust off the cutter head that has accumulated over the last 5 years in my unheated shed.
I then heat up the smaller bearing so that the oil will penetrate. My thinking is that t...

We are going up!
I made an "about this build" video: https://youtu.be/-SjFd6QJ0j4
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This is the start of a loosely made but fairly in-depth video series covering the 12" jointer I'm building from scratch.
In this one, I talk a bit about the concept, then crudely machine the shaft on the cutter head for a standard V belt pulley.
The vide...

Project details:
https://ibuildit.ca/projects/wood-shaping-files/
These are handy for shaping wooden parts, especially smaller ones and for sanding hard to reach areas. Good quality sandpaper lasts a long time and is easy to replace.
The sandpaper is fas...

Last year around this time I had a tree cut down in my front yard. The tree had started to die and was rotten through to the point where it was a danger. And though much of it went for firewood, I did save some of the better pieces, and I used one of thos...

Finishing up the build with making the control box and installing the PID and wiring everything up.
Build article with SketchUp model and electrical schematic:
http://www.ibuildit.ca/other%20projects/heat-treatment-oven.html
If you would like more detai...

Making the door for the oven and getting the bricks grooved for the heating element.
Build article with SketchUp model and electrical schematic:
http://www.ibuildit.ca/other%20projects/heat-treatment-oven.html
To watch a video on winding the element, c...

In this one I go over the design and build the case for the oven. This oven will operate on 120VAC and will have a single 1500 watt heating element and a PID and thermocouple to control the temperature. The bricked are insulated fire bricks rated for 230...

Seems that whenever I use this screwdriver in a video I get asked what it is, so I figured we'd have a look together while I take apart the newer one to see what's wrong with it.
I bought the red one about 5 years ago and it has not worked well since day ...

I guess this is sedimentary rock, but I don't think I've ever seen (in person) one with such a clean dividing like between the colours. When I saw it, I knew I had to make something interesting from it.
I used a variety of carbide drill bits to make the h...

Testing whether parts that are made from the same type of wood will wear out faster than using two different types.
While there was more wear on the maple on maple parts, I don't think it would make a significant difference, given the amount of time it t...

This foot stool is made from a piece of spectacularly spalted maple, from the branch of a tree cut down beside my house.
It took one very long day to finish it, from first cut with the chainsaw in the morning, to the last coat of oil in the evening.
Ways...

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Song: "Blood Doner" by Doug Hoyer.
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